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Martina Jensen

Practical therapy for everyday family and parenting challenges

Credentials
LICSW
Experience
3 years
Licensed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Martina

Martina Jensen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Minnesota. She brings three years of clinical experience and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, and self-esteem concerns. Martina uses straightforward language and practical steps to help clients make sense of day-to-day struggles.

She draws on evidence-based techniques and adapts them to each person's needs. Sessions aim to identify patterns, build on strengths, and create workable strategies for everyday life.

Background and approach

Martina emphasizes clear goals and small, achievable changes rather than complex theory. Her work includes support around attention differences and autism-related challenges, along with caregiver stress and chronic health concerns. Communication problems and issues that often arise for young adults are also within her focus areas.

Martina frames these topics in plain terms and seeks solutions that fit each person's routine and values. Therapy with her often centers on practical tools for managing emotions, improving communication, and reducing overwhelm. Martina balances skills practice with reflective conversation so clients understand not just what to do but why it helps.

She aims to make therapy feel usable and relevant to daily life. Sessions are offered in English using online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. The process to begin includes a short matching questionnaire and scheduling based on the subscription model used for sessions.

Practical approaches and flexible online care

CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors that keep stress and anxiety going. It is useful for tackling worry, low mood, and everyday coping strategies.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and commit to small actions that fit those values. It can be helpful for building motivation and reducing avoidance around difficult feelings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Martina will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts evidence-based methods rather than using a single fixed protocol.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy or geographically dispersed people. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging let clients work in ways that fit their daily routines. These options can make it easier to keep appointments, practice skills between sessions, and maintain momentum toward goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Martina commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting and family challenges, self esteem, and ADHD. Additional focus areas include autism and Asperger Syndrome, caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, communication problems, and young adult issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and straightforward, using skills training and reflective conversation. Martina adapts evidence-based techniques to fit how each person lives and thinks.
What is her professional background?
She has three years of clinical experience as a licensed social worker. Martina uses her training to help clients build strategies for managing emotions and daily stressors.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She practices in Minnesota and holds the Minnesota LICSW number 31177.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different needs.
How do I start therapy with her and what about cost?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability. Cost varies with location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

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Experience
3 years
Licensed
Minnesota
Languages
English

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